Genesis 31:16

For all the riches which God hath taken from our father, that is ours, and our children's: now then, whatsoever God hath said unto thee, do.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Genesis 31:16

BSB

Surely all the wealth that God has taken away from our father belongs to us and to our children. So do whatever God has told you."

AKJV

For all the riches which God has taken from our father, that is ours, and our children's: now then, whatever God has said to you, do.

CPDV

But God has taken our father's riches and handed these to us and to our sons. Therefore, do all that God has instructed you."

ERV

For all the riches which God hath taken away from our father, that is ours and our children's: now then, whatsoever God hath said unto thee, do.

NHEB

For all the wealth which God has taken away from our father, that is ours and our children's. Now then, whatever God has said to you, do."

SMT

For all the riches which God took away from our father, that is to us and to our sons: and now all which God said to thee, do.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 31:16

ForalltherichesH6239Noun MasculinewhichGodH430Noun MasculinehathtakenH5337VerbfromourfatherH1Noun Masculinethatisoursandourchildren'sH1121Noun MasculinenowthenwhatsoeverGodH430Noun MasculinehathsaidH559VerbuntotheedoH6213Verb

Commentary for Genesis 31:16

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Genesis 31:16

Summary

Wives agree divine providence justifies departure

Place

Padanaram

Event

Wives support Jacob's departure

Estimated Time Period

c. 1800 BC